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Best Places to Visit in Hong Kong
Sep 28th
Hong Kong owns a very rich culture influenced by China and British. The combination of Asian and Western spirit makes the culture and tradition in Hong Kong different with the other countries. Besides the culture, Hong Kong is famous for its peaks, museums, and theme park. These three places become the favorites spots for both tourists and local citizens. Furthermore, Hongkong also has some street markets to fulfill the visitors’ desire of shopping. The best places to be visited by tourists in Hongkong are reviewed below. More >
Top Asia Destinations: Hong Kong
Oct 28th
Walking in the streets of Hong Kong may be quite a challenge for some, especially the newcomers. It is practically packed with people of all walks of life, busy in their own way of another. The streets of Hong Kong are filled with surprises at every turn, from the decadent smells of the vendor foods to the elaborate buildings and structures that provides both living and functionality of its populace.
Hong Kong is a place where everyone can say that it is the comfort zone that they truly would like to have. A well organized metropolis bounded by the country’s evident history makes it a suitable place where all imaginations can run freely. Discover Hong Kong by day and you will enjoy the exotic foods that they offer, from the shredded jellyfish to the broth of the finest soup to relax the soul. By night, Hong Kong is alive until dawn knocks, offering thumping nightlife, cold beer and the smiles of its people.
Hong Kong School Holidays 2009-2010
Aug 7th
In Hong Kong, there are different School Terms & Holiday Dates between the public /government schools and the English School Foundation (ESF) schools.
Hong Kong English Schools Foundation school year starts in late August and consists of three, three-month terms ending in late June for the summer holiday:
* a one-week half-term holiday in the autumn term (October and November)
* a two-week holiday at Christmas (December and January)
* a one-week half-term holiday in the spring term (February)
* a two-week holiday for Easter (March and April)
* a six-week break at the end of the school year (end of June)
Hong Kong Schools Holidays 2009-2010 For English School Foundation
| Period | Event Type | Event Name |
| 29/06/2009 – 19/08/2009 | School Holiday | Summer Holidays |
| 18/08/2009 – 19/08/2009 | School Event | CPD Day |
| 20/08/2009 – 18/12/2009 | School Period | Autumn Term |
| 20/08/2009 | School Event | Autumn term begins |
| 01/10/2009 | Public Holiday | National Day |
| 03/10/2009 | Public Holiday | The day following Mid-Autumn Festival |
| 17/10/2009 – 26/10/2009 | School Holiday | Half Term Holiday |
| 26/10/2009 | Public Holiday | Chung Yeung Festival |
| 18/12/2009 | School Period | Autumn Term finishes |
| 19/12/2009 – 03/01/2010 | School Holiday | Christmas Holiday |
| 25/12/2009 | Public Holiday | Christmas Day |
| 26/12/2009 | Public Holiday | The day following Christmas Day |
| 04/01/2010 – 26/03/2010 | School Period | Spring Term |
| 04/01/2010 | School Event | Spring Term begins |
| 13/02/2010 – 21/02/2010 | School Holiday | Half term Holiday |
| 26/03/2010 | School Period | Spring Term finishes |
| 27/03/2010 – 11/04/2010 | School Holiday | Easter Holiday |
| 06/04/2010 | Public Holiday | The day following Ching Ming Festival |
| 12/04/2010 – 25/06/2010 | School Period | Summer Term |
| 25/06/2010 | School Period | Summer Term finishes |
Hong Kong Public Holidays 2010 Calendar
Jul 29th
List of Hong Kong 2010 Public Holidays Calendar
While Hong Kong is an integral part of People Republic of China, they have different holiday dates from China public holidays. This is due to Hong Kong special status as a Special Administrative Region (SAR).
There are 17 public holidays / general holidays / bank holidays in Hong Kong. Public holidays in Hong Kong are set by Hong Kong’s General Holidays Ordinance. They allow workers get rest from work, usually in conjunction with special occasions. More >
